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The Miami Dolphins have placed the franchise tag on defensive tackle Randy Starks, guaranteeing the two-time Pro Bowl selection a one-year salary of $8.45 million in 2013. Using the franchise tag on Starks ensures that Miami’s defensive line, which has been the strength of the team since 2009, remains intact one more season because all four starters will be returning. Starks, who began his career with the Dolphins as a reserve and developed into a two-time Pro Bowler, contributed 27 tackles, 4.5 sacks and one interception. He was named a Pro Bowl alternate in 2012 for his contributions on a defensive line that limited opponents to 4.0 yards per carry. Tagging Starks, who just...

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The Miami Dolphins have placed the franchise tag on defensive tackle Randy Starks, guaranteeing the two-time Pro Bowl selection a one-year salary of $8.45 million in 2013.
Using the franchise tag on Starks ensures that Miami’s defensive line, which has...